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Yanmar developing hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications

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announced the development of a hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications based on fuel cell technology for automobiles, as part of efforts to offer environment-friendly powertrain solutions. Furthermore, the company plans to expand the technology for a variety of applications and deployments. Yanmar Holdings Co.,

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Schaeffler introducing 4in1 electric axles for EVs

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In the future, Schaeffler will supply beam axles to automobile manufacturers, particularly in North America. The company therefore already offers thermal management systems for all types of vehicle powertrains and is continuing to develop them. The company is therefore entering a new market segment for electric axle drives.

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EPA settles with Tesla over Clean Air Act violations at Fremont plant; $275K penalty

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EPA found Clean Air Act violations at Tesla’s automobile manufacturing plant in Fremont, Calif. People living in communities that are near sources of hazardous air pollutants may face significant risks to their health and environment. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Tesla Motors Inc.

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Audi and KIT working on recycling for automotive plastics via pyrolysis oil

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A large number of components in automobiles are made from plastics; these have to meet exacting safety, heat-resistance and quality requirements. That is why, so far, only petroleum-based materials have been suitable for manufacturing plastic components in automobiles that are subjected to particularly intensive wear.

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Mazda announced a three-phase plan to electrification with a USD 11 billion investment

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The company renews its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality across all business areas by 2050 and announces further electrification of its vehicle range. The environment in which automobile manufacturers operate has changed dramatically in recent years.

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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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It would also grant much needed certainty to the automotive industry and to grid operators, re-charging infrastructure operators and transport companies as well. The proposal would also aid the creation of one million jobs across the continent and help the EU meet its climate goals, according to the groups.

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Provisional agreement reached on European CO2 standards for heavy-duty trucks; 30% lower by 2030

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The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reacted to the agreement by noting that the reduction targets are “ highly demanding, especially as their implementation does not depend solely on the commercial vehicle industry, and the baseline for the targets is still unknown. ”.

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